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Who do you think will win the Stanley Cup this year?
Reader Poll May 9th 2008
Dallas Stars 23 % charte
Detroit Red Wings 23 % charte
Philadelphia Flyers 9 % charte
Pittsburgh Penguins 27 % charte
Who cares: the Habs are out... 18 % charte
Are you concerned about the rising cost of food?
Reader Poll April 30th 2008
Not at all... 40 % charte
Somewhat, but I'm not changing my eating habits 25 % charte
Yes, I will start buying in bulk etc. 16 % charte
VERY! I plan to start growing my own veggies, herbs etc. 19 % charte
Who should the Habs start in goal against the Flyers in Game 4?
Reader Poll April 28th 2008
Carey Price: he carried them past Boston, so .... 46 % charte
Jaroslav Halak: He blanked them in the third period Monday .... 35 % charte
Call up Yann Danis and pray! 19 % charte
Did Monday's post-game riot in Montreal turn you off from the rest of the NHL playoffs?
Reader Poll April 22nd 2008
YES 52 % charte
NO 48 % charte
Are you planning to mark Earth Day on April 22?
Reader Poll April 18th 2008
YES 57 % charte
NO 43 % charte
Will the Montreal Canadiens win the Stanley Cup this year?
Reader Poll April 7th 2008
YES: Habs all the way... 24 % charte
NO: They will lose in the finals.. 9 % charte
NO: They won't get out of their conference... 62 % charte
NO: They won't get past the Bruins... 5 % charte
Are you concerned about spring flooding in the West Island?
Reader Poll April 1st 2008
YES 76 % charte
NO 24 % charte
Should Canada boycott the Olympic Games in China over human rights issues, Tibet, etc.
Reader Poll March 20th 2008
YES, a boycott will send a strong message 51 % charte
NO, the Olympics are about sports, not politics 33 % charte
Whatever 16 % charte
When you head downtown, how do you get there and back from the West Island?
Reader Poll February 29th 2008
Bus 28 % charte
Bus (+ train and/or metro) 20 % charte
Car (alone) 21 % charte
Car pool 8 % charte
Train 16 % charte
Taxi 8 % charte
How do you calculate your restaurant tip?
Reader Poll January 23rd 2008
I add the GST and PST taxes on the bill 46 % charte
20 PER CENT TIP ON BEFORE TAXES BILL 21 % charte
10 PER CENT OF TOTAL BILL (INCL. TAXES) 23 % charte
TIP? NO IDEA WHAT THAT MEANS... 10 % charte
In light of the sexual assault in Pierrefonds last week, do you think the West Island is safe?
Reader Poll January 16th 2008
Yes, it was an isolated incident 64 % charte
No, it's getting scary out there... 36 % charte
Would you be better prepared if another ice storm hit tomorrow?
Reader Poll January 8th 2008
Yes! The generator is all set to go! 58 % charte
No, I haven't done much since the 1998 storm. 26 % charte
I think so, but you just never know how bad it could be. 16 % charte
Are you concerned about rising oil prices?
Reader Poll January 3rd 2008
Yes! 73 % charte
No! 27 % charte
Are you making a New Year’s resolution?
Reader Poll December 21st 2007
Yes 68 % charte
No 32 % charte
Have you finished your Christmas shopping yet?
Reader Poll December 10th 2007
Yes, got it done early... 48 % charte
No, started some but will probably finish Dec. 24 only 34 % charte
Nah, I’m waiting for boxing day! 18 % charte
What language do you use most often at home?
Reader Poll December 4th 2007
English 44 % charte
French 16 % charte
Arabic 8 % charte
Chinese dialect 16 % charte
Italian 6 % charte
Other 11 % charte
Do you use winter tires on your vehicle?
Reader Poll November 25th 2007
Yes, we live in Canada! 73 % charte
No, four seasons are just fine! 27 % charte
Is the province paying enough attention to seniors' issues?
Reader Poll November 19th 2007
Yes 32 % charte
No 47 % charte
Unsure... 21 % charte
Are you satisfied with the public transit service (bus, train) in the West Island?
Reader Poll November 7th 2007
Yes, it works just fine... 42 % charte
No, it needs to be improved... 58 % charte
Beaconsfield is spending $15,000 to poll its residents on services, do you think your city should do the same?
Reader Poll October 31st 2007
Yes, so city councillors will know what areas need improvement. 56 % charte
No, it's a waste of money; just lower taxes, pick up garbage, re 44 % charte
Do you plan to get a flu shot this year?
Reader Poll October 22nd 2007
Yes 52 % charte
No 30 % charte
Not sure... 19 % charte
Do you think plastic grocery bags should be banned?
Reader Poll October 8th 2007
Yes, they are bad for the environment. 59 % charte
No, they can be re-used or recycled. 41 % charte
When do you think the next federal election will be held?
Reader Poll September 4th 2007
Fall 34 % charte
Winter 19 % charte
Spring 33 % charte
Summer 13 % charte
Are you ready for back-to-school time?
Reader Poll August 8th 2007
Yes, can’t wait for school to start... 55 % charte
No, I want summer to last FOREVER! 45 % charte
Are you concerned about water quality around the West Island's lakes and rivers?
Reader Poll July 27th 2007
Yes, I would never swim or go in the water... 51 % charte
No, I think Cap St. Jacques beach is safe for swimming... 21 % charte
Not sure ... but I won't eat fish from Lake St. Louis! 28 % charte
Do you think dogs should be banned from city parks?
Reader Poll July 3rd 2007
Yes! 37 % charte
No! 63 % charte
Of these rock ensembles, which is the best Canadian band?
Reader Poll July 2nd 2007
The Guess Who 21 % charte
Rush 14 % charte
Blue Rodeo 20 % charte
The Tragically Hip 16 % charte
Barenaked Ladies 15 % charte
Arcade Fire 15 % charte
Will high gas prices change your driving plans/habits this summer?
Reader Poll June 7th 2007
Yes! 63 % charte
No! 38 % charte
Do you think your city should do more to crackdown on graffiti?
Reader Poll May 2nd 2007
Yes, it’s vandalism! 68 % charte
No, it’s street art, get tough on real crime! 32 % charte
Are you concerned about street gang activity in the West Island?
Reader Poll April 12th 2007
Yes, they are a serious problem. 49 % charte
No, I haven't noticed them around where I live . . . 28 % charte
Not sure, should I be? 23 % charte
What is your favourite season?
Reader Poll March 26th 2007
Spring 31 % charte
Summer 39 % charte
Fall 21 % charte
Winter 9 % charte
Who do you think would make the best Quebec premier.
Reader Poll March 16th 2007
André Boisclair 30 % charte
Jean Charest 17 % charte
Mario Dumont 23 % charte
Geoff Kelley 17 % charte
Borat 13 % charte
What is the main concern for West Islanders in the Quebec election?
Reader Poll March 1st 2007
Agglomeration/municipal affairs 21 % charte
Education 14 % charte
Health care 26 % charte
Separation/referendum 19 % charte
Taxes 19 % charte
Do you think Beaconsfield city council should vote themselves a raise this year?
Reader Poll January 24th 2007
Yes, they make less than city councillors in other local cities. 39 % charte
No, they don’t deserve a pay hike... taxes too high, etc. 39 % charte
Whatever, I am moving to another city . . . 22 % charte
Do you think wood burning stoves/fireplaces should be banned in urban areas?
Reader Poll December 14th 2006
Yes, they cause polllution and health problems. 41 % charte
No, they are an alternative heating source. 31 % charte
Not banned, but better regulated. 28 % charte
Do you want nutrition fact labels (fat, salt content) at fast-food restaurants?
Reader Poll November 16th 2006
Yes, I want to know how much trans fat, etc. is in the food... 74 % charte
No, I have enough information. 17 % charte
Whatever, I don’t care anymore. 10 % charte
Do you think fluoride should be added to your city’s tap water?
Reader Poll October 31st 2006
Yes, it prevents cavities! 75 % charte
No way! too many chemicals in our water now... 25 % charte
I don’t care either way, I brush and floss religously. 0 % charte
I 0 % charte
Do you plan to get a flu shot?
Reader Poll October 20th 2006
Yes, I don’t want to get sick this winter . . . 80 % charte
No, I will take my chances . . . 20 % charte
Are you worried about the level of security at Pierre Trudeau airport in Dorval?
Reader Poll September 27th 2006
Yes, it is too easy to slip through security. 38 % charte
No, they are doing a good job. 29 % charte
Not sure, will just hope and pray nothing ever happens. 33 % charte
Do you think police handled the Dawson College shooting incident well ?
Reader Poll September 18th 2006
Yes, they did their best. 56 % charte
No, could have been better. 44 % charte
Are you concerned about high prices at gas pumps?
Reader Poll August 23rd 2006
Yes, I plan to leave the car/mini van at home 19 % charte
No, I already use public transit or walk 20 % charte
Yes, I blame BIG OIL and their huge profits 23 % charte
No, gas prices went down this week. 18 % charte
No, I own oil company stocks 19 % charte
What do you think of the commuter train service in the West Island?
Reader Poll August 8th 2006
Needs improvement, but I use it anyway. 22 % charte
It’s perfect, no complaints from me. 15 % charte
I never use it, prefer to take my car or SUV, etc. 16 % charte
There are commuter trains in the West Island? 19 % charte
We need a metro extension to the West Island! 28 % charte
Do you recycle?
Reader Poll July 11th 2006
I use my blue box every week without fail. 22 % charte
Just Newspapers and I return empty bottles for refund. 18 % charte
Can’t be bothered. 21 % charte
What’s the point, it all ends up in a landfill anyway. 19 % charte
Plan to start recycling for future of our children. 19 % charte
Where do you plan to spend your summer vacation?
Reader Poll June 20th 2006
Staying close to home 19 % charte
Going to Europe 22 % charte
Going to the United States 20 % charte
Some tropical location 18 % charte
Somewhere in Canada 21 % charte
What do you think of 10-digit local phone numbers?
Reader Poll June 13th 2006
10-digit calls! Holy Cow! 21 % charte
Not a big concern, just a few more numbers. 19 % charte
Will take a few months to get used to it. 18 % charte
Will use e-mail more. 20 % charte
Stupid cellphones and pagers! 22 % charte
What do you think of high-school seniors drinking booze on school trips to Europe?
Reader Poll June 8th 2006
Not a concern, they already drink back at home. 22 % charte
School board should adhere to its zero-tolerance policy. 20 % charte
Who cares, teens and booze mix well. 19 % charte
Upset parents should sue school board. 22 % charte
BHS students know how to party! 16 % charte
What will you do now that a home invasion spree has hit the West Island?
Reader Poll May 10th 2006
Get a home alarm system 19 % charte
Buy a gun 22 % charte
Bars on windows 18 % charte
Get a big dog 21 % charte
Move off-island 20 % charte
What do you think of the new Conservative federal budget?
Reader Poll May 3rd 2006
Tax cuts are great! 20 % charte
Tax cuts help the rich only 18 % charte
Kids tax sports credit will help 23 % charte
Environment is getting shafted 16 % charte
Will lead to Conservative majority next election 23 % charte
What do you think of Quebec’s plan to ban smoking in bars and restaurants?
Reader Poll March 30th 2006
Great idea: smoking kills 39 % charte
Bad idea: Smokers have rights 30 % charte
Bar owners will lose business 31 % charte
Who do you blame for municipal tax hikes in reconstituted West Island cities?
Reader Poll March 22nd 2006
The former Parti Québécois government that forced mergers 24 % charte
Premier Jean Charest 19 % charte
Montreal Mayor Gérald Tremblay 20 % charte
De-merger advocates who convinced us to leave the mega-city 18 % charte
Your reconstituted city’s mayor 20 % charte
Who should replace Jean Charest as leader of the Quebec Liberal party?
Reader Poll March 15th 2006
No one: Charest should stay for the next election 22 % charte
Philippe Couillard, health minister 20 % charte
Michel Després, transport minister 17 % charte
Thomas Mulcair, former environment minister 22 % charte
Pierre Paradis, former cabinet member 18 % charte
Do you think school and police authorities are doing enough to stop high-school students from doing drugs?
Reader Poll February 22nd 2006
Doing nothing at all to stop it 20 % charte
Barely doing anything about it 21 % charte
Trying but problem is widespread 19 % charte
Doing an OK job 22 % charte
Great job: Zero tolerance 18 % charte

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